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Arbor Day Foundation giving away oak trees

Everyone from Georgia who joins the Arbor Day Foundation in September will receive 10 free live oak trees as part of the foundation's Trees for America campaign.

Trees for America is a program of the Arbor Day Foundation that encourages everyone to help the environment by planting trees. The foundation is the largest nonprofit in the United States dedicated to planting trees.

"Live oak trees are fast-growing trees, and those who plant them will enjoy their shade and splendor for years and years to come," said John Rosenow, chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. "These trees will also add to the proud heritage of Georgia's 125 Tree City USA communities. For 34 years, Tree City USA has supported community forestry across Georgia, and planting these live oaks will enhance this tree-planting tradition."

The trees will be shipped postpaid between Oct. 15 and Dec. 10, at the right time for planting. The 6- to 12-inch trees are guaranteed to grow or they will be replaced free of charge. Planting instructions are enclosed with each shipment of trees.

New members also receive the Tree Book, with information about tree planting and care.